Pentax K-70 + 18-135mm (Kit) Black

MPN: 16256 A  |  EAN: 0027075298071  |  Model: K-70 + 18-135mm

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Pentax K-70 + 18-135mm (Kit) Black - 16256 A Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
DSLR Camera
Very Good
Basic Skill Level (Video)
Outstanding
Intermediate Skill Level (Video)
Outstanding
Basic Skill Level (Photo)
Very Good
Intermediate Skill Level (Photo)
Outstanding
Advanced Skill Level (Photo)
Just Right
Home Videos
Outstanding
Landscape Photography
Outstanding
Events Photography
Very Good
Vlogging
Outstanding
Sports Photography
Outstanding
Film Making
Very Good
Underwater Photography
Outstanding
Travel
Outstanding
Time-lapse Videos
Outstanding
Live Streaming
Outstanding
Astronomy Photography
Very Good
Event Videos
Outstanding
Wildlife Photography
Outstanding
Everyday Life Photography
Outstanding
WiFi Connectivity
Outstanding
Professional Looks
Outstanding
Regular Looks
Outstanding
Bluetooth Connectivity
Outstanding
Camera Body with Lens
Outstanding

Kind of Camera

Getting a Digital SLR camera opens you up to a bigger world photography. With its extensive range of settings, you can now calibrate much more just before you press the shutter.

Photography Skillset

Simple shots - As a photography noob, this Pentax K-70 + 18-135mm camera would suit you adequately.

For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the K-70 + 18-135mm is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 11 "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with.

To get your photos to the quality and spec that your high standards require, your camera should provide you with sufficient controls and tools to achieve this. One example is the range of Auto Focusing Modes that is available on the camera and the K-70 + 18-135mm does have a good set of options that caters for photographers with high skill levels.

Video skill level

Simple clips - As a videography noob, this Pentax K-70 + 18-135mm video camera should be sufficient for your needs.

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Video Scenarios

Streaming video live is a great way to share your experiences and this camera from Pentax provides a couple of connectivity options to help you with this.

Recording every moment of the day's events is precious and this device certainly delivers. While the camera is rolling it has a handy Image stabilization feature built-in.

Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Pentax K-70 + 18-135mm is a great companion to have.

For your Video posts - This camera comes with an image stabilizer which reduces any wobbling in your recordings. In addition, the size of the image sensor (23.5 x 15.6 mm mm), helps with the actual quality of the recorded image. It also packs in Wi-Fi in this neat package.

Capture the drama - This Pentax camera is is good partner for your craft. Filming in different situations  requires a really good Image sensor and this camera packs one that measures at 23.5 x 15.6 mm mm which works very well for your needs. 

Other Video needs

Breathtaking transitions such as rolling clouds or city lights can captured as a time-lapse using the Pentax's in-built intervalometer

Photo Scenarios

Whether its a simple photo of a star constellation or advanced shot of planet trails, you'll need a camera that supports a RAW file setting and the ability change lens to suit you situation. Fortunately, the Pentax K-70 + 18-135mm actually has both capabilities.

There are times when you just want to take simple but great photos of things around you without bothering too much about camera settings. For that purpose, the K-70 + 18-135mm is a really good choice. 

Actions shots are for more engaging than people posing for a photograph at events. The Pentax K-70 + 18-135mm comes with Auto Focus Tracking which helps ensure people in motion still look sharp in your photos.

Whether it's golf or tennis and everything in-between, the Tracking Focus capability in this camera allows you maintain your subject as the centre of attention even while in motion. It's Continuous Shooting Mode also helps take multiple shots in a couple of seconds allowing you assess a set of options you can pick from.

Sea-life is always breathtaking. With this camera from Pentax, you can expect to produce vivid images that showcases the unique tone that are found with photographs taken underwater.

Sometimes while on sightseeing or on a tour, you can only observe things from a distance. Which is why the zoom capability on this camera comes in handy in that situation.

From ants to zebras, a camera for nature's mosaic needs to have a great image sensor which is why the 23.5 x 15.6 mm (mm) that comes with this model works well for this scenario. It comes with a Continuous Shooting Mode allowing you to take successive shots rapidly. 

To capture mother nature in her full beauty requires a good eye and a camera that can adequately handle landscape scenarios. This model from Pentax is good fit as it's got the ability to focus on multiple parts of your picture frame.

Other considerations

Transferring your shots from your camera to another device is made even more convenient with the in-built Wi-FI capability of this camera.

Style

This device showcases a refined taste in mobile devices due to clean lines and a premium look.

When you're more concerned about what your camera does than how it looks, the K-70 + 18-135mm is a safe bet.

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Technical Specifications

Pentax K-70 + 18-135mm (Kit) Black - 16256 A Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Camera Type SLR Camera Kit
Operating Temperature (T-T) -10 - 40 °F
Product Colour Black
Camera
Aperture Priority AE Yes
Aperture Range (F-F) 3.5-5.6
Brightness Adjustment Yes
Image Formats Supported DCF, JPEG, RAW
Photo Effects 1
Saturation Adjustment Yes
Scene Modes Backlight, Close-up (macro), Night, Night landscape, Night portrait, Panorama, Sunrise, Sunset, Landscape (scenery)
Scene Modes Present Yes
Self-timer Delay 2, 12 s
White Balance Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Fluorescent H, Fluorescent L, Shade, Tungsten
Flash
Built-in Flash Yes
External Flash Connector Yes
Flash Exposure Correction -2EV - +1EV (1/2 EV step)
Flash Modes Auto, Flash off, Flash on, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash Sync-speed 1/180 s
Pre-flash Yes
Focusing
Auto Focus Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Assist Beam Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Lock Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Points 11
Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection 1
Face Detection Yes
Focus TTL
Manual Focus Yes
Tracking Focus 1
Light Exposure
ISO Sensitivity 160, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800, 25600, 51200, 102400
ISO Sensitivity (max) 102400
ISO Sensitivity (min) 100
Light Exposure Control Program AE
Light Exposure Correction ± 5EV (1/2EV; 1/3EV step)
Light Exposure Modes Aperture priority AE, Auto, Manual, Shutter priority AE
Manual Exposure Yes
Shutter
Camera Shutter Type Electronic
Continuous Shooting Mode Yes
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed 1/6000 s
Shutter Priority AE Yes
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed 30 s
Video
Camcorder Media Type SD, SDHC, SDXC
HD Type Full HD
Live stream capable 1
Maximum Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
Motion JPEG Frame Rate 60 fps
Resolution At Capture Speed 1280x720@24fps, 1280x720@25fps, 1280x720@30fps, 1280x720@60fps, 1920x1080@24fps, 1920x1080@25fps, 1920x1080@30fps, 1920x1080@60fps
Supported Aspect Ratios 4:3, 16:9
Video Formats Supported H.264, MOV, MPEG4
Video Recording Yes
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Audio
Built-in Microphone Yes
Microphone In Yes
Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
Voice Recording Yes
Lens System
Focal Length Range (f-f) 18 - 135 mm
Interchangeable Lens Present 1
Lens Mount Interface Pentax KAF, Pentax KAF2, Pentax KAF3
Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) 207 mm
Minimum Aperture Number 27.5
Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) 3.5 mm
Storage
Compatible Memory Cards SD, SDHC, SDXC
Display
Display TFT
Display Aspect Ratio 3:2
Display Diagonal 3
Display Resolution (numeric) 921000 pixels
Vari-angle LCD Display Yes
Viewfinder
Diopter Correction Yes
Optical Viewfinder Yes
Sensor
Image Sensor Size (W X H) 23.5 x 15.6 mm
Megapixel 24.24 MP
Sensor Format Cropped
Sensor Type CMOS
Total Megapixels 24.78 MP
Other Features
GPS (satellite) Yes
Interval Recording 1
Stabilizer Yes
Ports & Interfaces
HDMI (Micro) Ports Quantity 1
HDMI Ports Quantity Yes
USB 2.0 (Micro USB) Ports Quantity 1
USB Connector Micro-USB B
USB Version 2.0
Battery
Battery Life (CIPA Standard) 480 shots
Battery Life (max) 4.5 h
Battery Technology Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Type D-LI109
Number Of Batteries Supported 1
Power Source Type Battery
Networking
Wi-Fi Yes
Wi-Fi Standards b/g/n
Packaging Content
Batteries Included Yes
Weight & Dimensions
Depth 74 mm
Height 93 mm
Weight 628 g
Width 125.5 mm
Picture Quality
Maximum Image Resolution 6000 x 4000 pixels
Still Image Resolution(s) 6000×4000, 6000×4000, 4608×3072, 3072×2048, 1920×1440
Memory
Memory Slots 1
Operational Conditions
Operating Relative Humidity (H-H) 0 - 85 %